Diamond Solitaires

Variance Objects

Rustic Diamond Solitaire

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With its feminine, understated elegance, this one-of-a-kind Variance Objects ring is an expression of the designer's creative flow. Hand-wrought in her Santa Cruz studio, this ring is a modern departure from the traditional diamond solitaire. The rustic rose cut diamond is encased in a rough bezel of gold and centered on the mixed molten gold band. Alone or coupled with a band or stacking collection, it has a striking, earthy sophistication. It would also make an eclectic, inexpensive engagement ring.

SANTA CRUZ, CA - Nicole Rimedio creates jewelry that highlights the natural beauty of raw materials. Her jewelry shows the earth, fire, and hand that it came from. While she received her BA in Architecture and Urbanism from Smith College, and her master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from UC Berkeley, making jewelry has always been her path. Nicole founded Variance in 2013 with her partner Scott. Scott manages operations and Nicole is the artist. They both have a passion for gemstones and together they source fine gem specimens and rough rock from gem collectors and small scale miners.